2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Skoda | Nissan |
Model | Octavia | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |